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Under 'extreme risk' COVID-19 classification, Moniteau County issues health advisories The Moniteau County Health Center issued a public health warning Monday, as Moniteau County currently is classified by the state of Missouri as an "extreme risk" county. by Austin Hornbostel Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:20pm

Miller County reports 36th COVID-19 death Miller County has reported the 36th death of a resident related to COVID-19. by News Tribune Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:00pm

BRACKET: Whats the best Thanksgiving food? ROUND 2 Help us crown the best Thanksgiving food of 2020 in this week's bracket! Between today and Thanksgiving morning, your favorite holiday foods will go head-to-head as they battle for their spots on your plate. Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 3:00am

Linn community gives thanks at annual Thanksgiving church service The Linn community came together to pray, sing and give thanks Sunday evening at the Linn Ministerial Alliance's annual community Thanksgiving service. by Layne Stracener Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:50am

Marine Corps veteran shares story of service in Persian Gulf War The Persian Gulf War was a swift victory with a low casualty rate, which is why U.S. Marine Corps veteran Rob Relford II believes it has essentially become a forgotten conflict. by Jeremy P. Amick Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Utilities offer help to Missourians behind on bills Almost half a million customers of Missouri's regulated utilities were behind on their bills in September, and 185,000 were working on payment plans to catch up with past-due accounts. by Rudi Keller, The Missouri Independent Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Nurse Donna cherishes bonds with students, families For Donna Robinson, known as Nurse Donna in North Elementary School in Holts Summit, every day brings diverse challenges. by Gerry Tritz Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Santa to visit Capital Mall on Friday You can bring your children to Capital Mall on Friday to visit Santa while contributing for Toys for Tots. by News Tribune Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

2 injured in Saturday accidents Two people were injured Saturday in separate car accidents in Morgan County and Callaway County.The Missouri Highway Patrol reported Sunshine P. by News Tribune Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

State Museum to host program highlighting Missouri authors The Missouri State Museum will host a program highlighting Missouri authors Evan S. Connell and Daniel Woodrell as part of its ongoing "Landing After Hours" series at 7 p. by News Tribune Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Top Mid-Missouri news about COVID-19 As news about the novel coronavirus continues to evolve, the News Tribune wants to ensure the community is up-to-date. Published Nov. 23 2020 @ 12:00am

Trump supporters rally at state Capitol Saturday's rain showers didn't stop supporters of President Donald Trump from coming to the Missouri Capitol for a third weekend in a row. by Jeff Haldiman Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

State taking steps to simplify Medicaid application process The Missouri Department of Social Services is trying to transform its benefits application form before potentially hundreds of thousands of people become eligible for Medicaid in July. by Joe Gamm Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Experts offer tips on identifying, managing stress in children, teens The COVID-19 pandemic has created stress and anxiety for many, but children and teens may respond more strongly to the stress of a crisis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. by Layne Stracener Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Jefferson City Council supports voluntary mask wearing, not mandate Cole County and Jefferson City officials have recently promoted an advisory to curb the spread of the coronavirus including social distancing and wearing masks. by Emily Cole Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Regulations recommended to prevent abuse at religious schools In order to improve safety and understand the scope of unlicensed youth residential facilities throughout Missouri, lawmakers are recommending every facility be registered, background checks be required and that three substantiated reports of abuse and neglect result in children being removed. by Tessa Weinberg, The Missouri Independent Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Final 'Amigo' retires, reflects on Public Works career They were called "The Three Amigos." Larry Benz, Larry Bishop and Cliff Lepper spent 25 years together working at the Cole County Public Works Department. by Jeff Haldiman Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Roadway sweeping to close lanes of US 54 in Lake of the Ozarks area Missouri Department of Transportation crews will conduct roadway sweeping operations along the eastbound and westbound lanes of U.S. 54 in Camden County this week. by News Tribune Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

2 former LU curators are curators emeriti Since creating the position in July, Lincoln University's Board of Curators has welcomed two curators emeriti to advise its members — Greg Gaffke and Marvin Teer Jr. by Phillip Sitter Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

BizBeat: New bistro coming to Missouri State Capitol A new bistro will replace Chez Monet in the Missouri State Capitol at the start of the new year. by Nicole Roberts Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:04am

BizBeat: Chez Monet waits to move into Governor Office Building Leaving its location in the Missouri State Capitol doesn't mean Chez Monet won't offer customers its popular baked goods. by Nicole Roberts Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:04am

BizBeat: 1905 Tavern to bring new environment to Freeburg The owners of 1905 Tavern hope the new restaurant will provide a unique dining experience in Freeburg. by Nicole Roberts Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:04am

BRACKET: What's the best Thanksgiving food? Help us crown the best Thanksgiving food of 2020 in this week's bracket! Between today and Thanksgiving morning, your favorite holiday foods will go head-to-head as they battle for their spots on your plate. Published Nov. 22 2020 @ 12:00am